We went belly up at the Dolphin! Fairy quest 12/16

[podsnel]

Hang in there, honey.

 

[englishrose47]

So sad !! and soooo scary !!

 

[alan_renfroe]

Hi Kara! Sorry I have just now found your new trip report....and I'm subscribing of course. I have just sat and read 7 pages worth! You are cracking me up!

Oh, and Ellen....I resemble that remark!

 

[karajeboo]

i understand. I keep praying she will come home. Jacob Weiterling was taken around this time 20 years ago. He was my age and live about 50 miles north in St. Joesph. There isn't a story about a child abuducted that doesn't go by that I think of him. I hope that they find her soon. How is Ally taking this?

Hang in there, honey.

So sad !! and soooo scary !!

Well, it's been quite a wicked week and a half here. If you've seen the news, you know that they found little Somer Thompson's body in the landfill. It's bad enough she was taken, worse that she was killed, but to just dump her out like trash??? HORRIBLE!!! It's shaken us all up, and to know there is a child killer on the loose in town is really scary. We're even having a fence put up today in our backyard, just to make our home a little more secure with Ally. We back up to woods, and then the golf course, so it's pretty desolate. I hate her letting the dog out by herself, but this will make me feel better.....

Hi Kara! Sorry I have just now found your new trip report....and I'm subscribing of course. I have just sat and read 7 pages worth! You are cracking me up!

Oh, and Ellen....I resemble that remark!

Hey Alan!!! Glad to see you! How is the dawg hut working out????

I will try to work on a new installment now. It's been tough and I've just been so emotionally wrecked the past few days..... but it's time to pull it together and get back to life!

 

[karajeboo]

The McSparklesons are baaaaaack! And no place better to sparkle than.....

I must say, this is a new MUST DO at Hollywood Studios! Loved it! Even Ally loved it, and she did NOT want to go at first. I still think she was waiting for David Archuletta to appear. Me? Gimme some Chris Daughtrey and I'd be happy!!! There would be no shortage of sparkles from this McSparkleson!

The dude in the beginning was there to "warm up the crowd" and he had Ally up and clapping and having a great time.

Then the judges were announced. A bit cheesy - there was the Randy wannabe, then the Paula wannabe, then the American Simon wannabe, complete with all the snarky comments to the contestants. We were told in advance that it was okay to boo the snarky Simon wannabe, and the audience fully complied!

Then we had three contestants. First guy same Sweet Home Alabama. Eh. He was okay, better than me and my howler monkey daughter, but nothing outstanding. At least he could carry a tune....

Then a gal sang Independence Day by Martina McBride. She was great. Not real AI great, but pretty dang good.

Then a dorky dude singing Superstition by Stevie Wonder. Complete with cheesy dancing.... if you wanna call it that. Snarky Simon wannabe had a field day with this guy.

The gal won and she came back later in the day to compete against all the daily winners. The day's final winner gets a front of the line pass to any AI audition in the country. Which is great if they fall into the age range for AI....

When we take my parents for their 50th anniversary in 2 years, I DEFINITELY want my sister to audition! I'm sure she could win at least the single show.

She got the talent in our family. I got the looks.....

Anywho.......

After Idol, we raced back to use our FPs at TSM. Love this attraction! It is so fun and fast paced, but one meeeeellion times better than Buzz Lightyear at MK. And of course, I kicked some major butt!

I never have been through the standby line so I've missed all those great queuing pics....

My score and Ally's score....

Is your screen blurry? Put on your 3D glasses and it's crystal clear. Clear that I kicked the butt of an 8 year old! Yeah, I'm just that good.....

So after taking a good butt whoopin, Ally decided it was time to head back to the Mahi Mahi to get ready for our afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian!

Back soon with tales of a WONDERFUL mother/daughter afternoon!

 

[podsnel]

Did you say HOWLER MONKEY DAUGHTER???????


My GAWD, woman!!! You're talkin' about a Sparkly girl!!! She ain't no stinkin' howler monkey!!!!

Now, her mother, on the other hand...

Very glad your TR is back- along with you! I have a new one- come make your presence known!

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2314922

 

[karajeboo]

Did you say HOWLER MONKEY DAUGHTER???????


My GAWD, woman!!! You're talkin' about a Sparkly girl!!! She ain't no stinkin' howler monkey!!!!

Now, her mother, on the other hand...

Very glad your TR is back- along with you! I have a new one- come make your presence known!

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2314922

You met her! Remember? My segment that will be titled "15 minutes of my life I'll never get back....." Anyway, just be glad she didn't sing for you! She's one sparkly howler monkey!

 

[meeko_33785]

It's nice to finally get a new update! I've missed them.

Sorry to hear about what's been going on in your area.

 

[karajeboo]

Just got some more info on what's going on here..... now let me explain the way my neighborhood is set up.

We live in a mega community - reminds me of a large retirement community... for families. We are part of Orange Park, but our community has a ton of smaller communites within it, including a golf course community. that's where we live. Then within the golf course community, there are about 5 or 6 smaller sections, all named after prestigious golf courses..... Anyway, in our mega community, we have 2 elementary schools, one middle school and the high school set to open next year. We have our own shopping, businesses, etc. Again, all in the Orange Park city limits, but kind of separate, too.

So I find out that the past two mornings there has been a suspicious vehicle at 6:30am following the high school kids to the bus stop. Both times the girls headed home and felt like this guy was following them. Then, I find out that one of these instances was at ALLY'S BUS STOP!!!!!! Keep in mind that there are probably 10 bus stops for each school in just our area alone..... Totally freaking out here!!! The sheriff's office is investigating both cases, but feels this is something worth pursuing. WTH???????

So today I drive Ally to school (usually I walk with her to bus stop) because she had a school project to turn in and I can't tell you how many kids I saw walking to school.... ALONE!!!! Scares the ever living out of me!!! I know parents have to work. But until this guy is caught, our kids are just not safe!!!

OK, off my soap box....... back later with another update!

 

[Mysteria]

Great update Kara! I won't say anything about howler monkeys because I'm sure I'm one too.

OMG that poor child and her family. The rest of the stuff is scary as hell too.

 

[mom2shayleeandlogan]

Hi
All caught up with your new TR, Love it!!!!Can't wait to read more!Your last one was one of the first I ever read and I was hooked.

 

[MaryAz]

I was very sad to hear about that little girl. I am with you on some Duaghtry at AI. LOL at howler monkey. I hope the fence gives you some piece of mind.

 

[CRdisMom]

totally understand the need for the fence. Unfortunately I don't think it will keep Mr. No Shoulders out

I am truly amazed at how many kids walk to school alone. I still walk beth to the bus stop every morning. I hope they find the !%*^%&^%$#^%$ that did that and make them pay.

Love the sparkles.

 

[heaven2dc]

This TR is a hoot!!

(Kara - I sent you a pm - you are a great writer!)

 

[karajeboo]

Great update Kara! I won't say anything about howler monkeys because I'm sure I'm one too.

OMG that poor child and her family. The rest of the stuff is scary as hell too.

Thanks Mysteria!

Hi
All caught up with your new TR, Love it!!!!Can't wait to read more!Your last one was one of the first I ever read and I was hooked.

Awwww, you are so sweet.....

I was very sad to hear about that little girl. I am with you on some Duaghtry at AI. LOL at howler monkey. I hope the fence gives you some piece of mind.

It already gives me a (probably) false sense of security! But the dog HATES it! He ran out and stood staring at it as if to say, "Get out of my way so I can poop in the woods!"

totally understand the need for the fence. Unfortunately I don't think it will keep Mr. No Shoulders out

I am truly amazed at how many kids walk to school alone. I still walk beth to the bus stop every morning. I hope they find the !%*^%&^%$#^%$ that did that and make them pay.

Love the sparkles.

Uh, did you see my FB pic of Mr NoShoulders skin in my front yard???

This TR is a hoot!!

(Kara - I sent you a pm - you are a great writer!)

I got it and PM'd you back!

 

[MAGICFOR2]

Kara! Glad you enjoyed AI! We really enjoyed it, too! As for a Howler Monkey, I just can't believe your little princess could sound like that!

I'm really upset about Somer and your area. I know there are alot of places where this is true, but the news said there were 68 registered sex offenders in a 5 mile radius

It seems like everyone from school would get together and form neighborhood watches with the moms and dads who are not at work. Of course that's easy for me to say from here!

 

[englishrose47]

And why may I ask did you not get up there with your LOOKS how you sang would not have mattered !!

Come on you are ITSK!!!!!Ellen help me out !!!!!

 

[WannaBeADisMom]

Hey Kara,
Just wanted to say a quick "Hi" without making Ellen's worlds collide too harshly. I'm LOVING this TR but have one complaint: I keep spraying coffee on my laptop. I seriously think we should forget the BCV in May and opt for the Mahi-Mahi. I KNOW how much you love it there, all the Dis music and happy Mickeys all over the place!
Also, sorry for all the HORRIBLE things going on down there in your area! I just don't understand these people. Hang in there and keep your Ally close!
Can't wait to meet you in May!

 

[karajeboo]

Kara! Glad you enjoyed AI! We really enjoyed it, too! As for a Howler Monkey, I just can't believe your little princess could sound like that!

I'm really upset about Somer and your area. I know there are alot of places where this is true, but the news said there were 68 registered sex offenders in a 5 mile radius

It seems like everyone from school would get together and form neighborhood watches with the moms and dads who are not at work. Of course that's easy for me to say from here!

Actually, there are 161 sex offenders within 5 miles, only 68 within 3 miles. I think we are about 5 or 6miles away from her house, as the crow flies..... I know we are kinda of out in the boonies, and that seems to be where they move to, since they have to be away from schools, etc. I signed up for a service where I get an email notificiation every time one moves within 5 miles of our house. Sad how many I receive!!! Why are these people released from jail????

And why may I ask did you not get up there with your LOOKS how you sang would not have mattered !!

Come on you are ITSK!!!!!Ellen help me out !!!!!

Oh, Rosie, leave it to Ellen to have lots of ITSK pics of me!!! She has quite a knack for it. And since we're locked and loaded for our DISmoms trip in April, I'm sure my covergirl shots will be all over again!!!

Hey Kara,
Just wanted to say a quick "Hi" without making Ellen's worlds collide too harshly. I'm LOVING this TR but have one complaint: I keep spraying coffee on my laptop. I seriously think we should forget the BCV in May and opt for the Mahi-Mahi. I KNOW how much you love it there, all the Dis music and happy Mickeys all over the place!
Also, sorry for all the HORRIBLE things going on down there in your area! I just don't understand these people. Hang in there and keep your Ally close!
Can't wait to meet you in May!

Hey Joan!!! OK, here's the deal. From now on only read this TR at the library, since they don't allow drinks there. Or just control yourself woman!!! Hmmmm, after all the hassle Ellen went through to get BCV, I think she'd kill us if we switched to the Mahi Mahi. Although....... it's kinda fun to get her all riled up. Maybe we should do that just for pure entertainment purposes.....

 

[tinkerbells mum]

still loving your TR, really sorry to hear about what has been going on near you, you just don't want to let your kids out of your sight, i'm sure i'll be walking my DD to work on her first day xx